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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has revealed that mechanisms in Lewis Hamilton’s deal were engineered to keep an option open on
In 2025, Lewis Hamilton will be leaving Mercedes for Ferrari, leaving a significant void for the Brackley-based team to fill. The rumors surrounding potential replacements for the seven-time World Champion include names like Carlos Sainz, Fernando Alonso, Alex Albon, and teenage prodigy Andrea Kimi Antonelli. Hamilton had signed a 1+1 deal with Mercedes in 2023, providing flexibility for both the team and the driver. Toto Wolff, Mercedes team principal, highlighted the importance of not missing out on young talents like Antonelli, drawing on the past experience with Max Verstappen. Despite Antonelli being a highly regarded prospect for Hamilton’s replacement, Wolff aims to ease the pressure on the 17-year-old Italian driver and carefully monitor his progress before making any decisions.
